The Farmer’s Market will have a temporary location in town, on the Boca Grande Bayou near The Pink Elephant. The Bayou Avenue spot will open for the season next Friday, Jan. 3.
“We are just thril…
Editor’s Note: This is a chronology of many of the news events during 2024 by the Boca Beacon.
January: New sheriff in town
The year kicked off with the Auxiliary Emergency Radio Communic…
St. David’s Jubilee Center offers a food pantry, free clothes closet and special programs throughout the year, including an annual Christmas Shoppe to support Englewood residents in need.
The Ch…
Charlotte County coastal staff and the Boca Grande Sea Turtle Association volunteers participated in a beach cleanup last Wednesday, Dec. 11 to get Milton debris off the beach.
“Would like to…
The farmer’s market, which is usually held Fridays during season at Wheeler Road, could likely look a little different this spring. Currently, they are looking for a temporary site for the market un…
Each Christmas, the Boca Beacon publishes an island calendar for its readers. This year, the photos are of Gasparilla Island, or as the locals might say “Our Boca Grande.” After going through three…
This year, the lighting of the community Christmas Tree was held in front of The Gasparilla Inn. The ceremony, which included readings and appearances by all four of our island clergy, included ligh…
Island leaders met Tuesday morning, Dec. 10, to debrief the emergency response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Among those in attendance were moderator and AUXCOMM Project Coordinator Bo Hamric…
Although dogs are allowed on some beaches, many do not allow dogs, such as those at state parks, including Gasparilla Island State Park. Occasionally, they do escape.
Over 30 species of shorebird…
The 2025 Boca Grande Visitor’s Guide is out this weekend. We will have copies available at the Beacon office, and for restaurants, retailers, hotels and real estate agents, they are available in bul…
